Leland: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced LEE-luhnd · 2 syllables
Shortened from McLeland, McClellan, from Irish Mac Giolla Fhaolain, "son of servant of (Saint) Faolan (=Little Wolf)".
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- LEE-luhnd
- US rank (2025)
- #494
- US babies a year
- about 629 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1920
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback
How popular is Leland?
Leland was the #494 name in the US in 2025, given to 626 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1920.
How old are people named Leland?
Half of US adults named Leland are older than 59; most are between 19 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Leland
How do you pronounce Leland?
Leland is pronounced LEE-luhnd.
How popular is the name Leland?
Leland was the #494 name in the US in 2025, given to 626 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1920.
How old are people named Leland?
Half of US adults named Leland are older than 59. Most are between 19 and 87.